Kelly couldn't wait until soccer season began because she loved racing to get the ball, she would fly towards it. Kelly practised at home during the peaceful mornings.
At the first team practice, Kelly said hello to her friends and she liked to train with them. Then she saw a new girl. "That's Selena. She's a really fast runner," reported Kelly's friend Tara.
At first, Kelly said nothing. She was worried. She had been the fastest runner on the team. Then she said, "I can beat her".
When practice started, Coach Troy had everyone line up for races. Kelly was nervous.
"On your mark, get set. GO!" The coach shouted.
Kelly ran as fast as possible but she noticed Selena getting ahead of her. Kelly tried her best but couldn't catch Selena.
That night, Mom could tell Kelly was sad.
"What's the matter with you, dear?" she asked.
"A new girl called Selena beat me at races," replied Kelly.
"I know that's sad for you, but it also sounds like good news for your team". Kelly thought about her Mom's words. She cared about the team, but she liked being the fastest.
At the next practice, the team played a game. Kelly and Selena were on the same team and Selena scored a minute later. Then Kelly got the ball and threw it hard to the net. She scored the winning goal.
After practice, Selena said to Kelly, "You were really great today."
"Thanks. You were great, too. I think our team can be great if we work together," Said Kelly.
"I'd love to keep playing," Kelly said. "Want to come over to my house and practise?"
